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Women’s Health

Staying healthy and well is one of the most important things women can do for themselves and for their loved ones, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some ways women can put their health first:

 

Stay Active

Regular exercise can help women boost their mood, maintain a healthy weight, and improve sleep. It also lowers risk for heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Women should speak with their doctor about what type of exercise is right for them.

Eat Healthy
Eating healthy can help women improve their health and prevent diseases. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as well as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. Avoid having too much sodium, sugar, cholesterol, saturated fats, and trans fats.
Get Regular Checkups
Regular checkups and wellness exams help women increase their chances of living a longer, healthier life. Women should check with their primary care provider about the care and screenings they need, and whether they should schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment.

Follow Recommended Screenings

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Maintain Healthy Levels
A well-rounded diet and regular exercise can help keep women’s blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar at healthy levels. Women should talk to their primary care provider or heart specialist about safely reducing their risk and setting goals for a healthier heart.
Avoid Smoking
Smoking or using tobacco products greatly increases women’s risk of heart disease. Women who want to quit should speak to their primary care provider for help and to see if there are medications or nicotine replacement products that are right for them. Non-smokers who have high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol also have a greater risk of developing heart disease when they’re exposed to secondhand smoke.

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National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
9/7/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care

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Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cells.  Individuals with sickle cell disease have red blood cells that primarily contain hemoglobin S, an abnormal type of hemoglobin. 

Sickle cell conditions are inherited from parents in the same fashion as blood type, hair color, eye color and other physical attributes. The types of hemoglobin a person makes in the red blood cells are contingent upon what hemoglobin genes the person inherits from his or her parents.

 

Living Well with Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease (SCD) slows down the flow of oxygen in the blood. This can cause health problems. If you have SCD, it’s key for you to:

1.  Visit your Primary Care Provider Regularly

Your primary care provider can monitor your SCD. If your primary care provider tells you to, you should also visit a hematologist (a doctor who treats blood disorders).

2.  Prevent Illnesses

Common illnesses can be dangerous for a person with SCD. Wash your hands often, especially after touching animals. Also, stay up to date with your vaccines.

3.  Learn Healthy Habits

Eat healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Drink plenty of water, and exercise as advised by your primary care provider.

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